OpenAI has witnessed remarkable growth following the launch of its newest ChatGPT-4o image generation tool.
Record User Spike Driven by ChatGPT's Studio Ghibli-Style Images
ChatGPT's introduction of Studio Ghibli-style images has contributed to a significant increase in user activity.
Resource Strain Due to Popularity Surge
The surge in both the Studio Ghibli trend and the latest ChatGPT release has put a strain on OpenAI's resources.
GPU Capacity Issues Impacting Services
According to CEO Sam Altman, OpenAI is currently facing challenges related to GPU capacity, resulting in delays and disruptions in service.
Overwhelming Demand for Studio Ghibli-Style Image Generations
Users of ChatGPT have shown immense interest in generating Studio Ghibli-style images, leading to a record influx of users. This overwhelming demand has caused difficulties for OpenAI in meeting the increased activity.
Launch of ChatGPT-4o and Image Generation Capabilities
OpenAI recently unveiled the ChatGPT-4o version, offering users the ability to create images in the distinctive style of Studio Ghibli. These images resemble the iconic artwork of Hayao Miyazaki, the renowned founder and director of the animation studio.
Social Media Buzz and CEO Engagement
Platforms like social media have been flooded with AI-generated Ghibli-style images. Even CEO Sam Altman joined the trend by updating his profile picture with a Ghibli-style image and sharing user posts featuring these images.
Surge in User Numbers and Platform Activity
Following the launch of ChatGPT-4o, user numbers skyrocketed. Altman mentioned that the image generation feature exceeded expectations, leading to delays in the free tier rollout, which was eventually made available to all free users.
Altman also highlighted the rapid growth in user base, with one million new users added within an hour, a significant increase compared to previous years.
Record-Breaking Performance Metrics
Throughout March, ChatGPT witnessed record-breaking trends in app downloads, active users, and revenue from subscriptions and in-app purchases. SensorTower data indicated substantial weekly increases in all these metrics compared to the previous year.
Market research firm Similarweb reported over 4 billion visits to ChatGPT in the first 28 days of March, marking a significant milestone for the platform.
Challenges Faced by OpenAI
However, the surge in activity has posed challenges for OpenAI, particularly regarding GPU capacity. Altman acknowledged issues related to GPU overload and announced temporary rate limits to address the efficiency concerns.
Despite efforts to optimize performance, Altman mentioned that delays in new releases and occasional service disruptions may occur as OpenAI copes with capacity constraints.
OpenAI and GKIDS, the North American distributor of Studio Ghibli films, did not provide immediate comments on the matter to Business Insider.
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By: ggoodwin@businessinsider.com (Grace Eliza Goodwin)
Title: ChatGPT Experiences Unprecedented Growth After Latest Update and Surge in Studio Ghibli-Style Image Craze
Sourced From: www.businessinsider.com/studio-ghibli-style-ai-art-trend-fuels-chatgpt-growth-2025-4
Published Date: Tue, 01 Apr 2025 21:08:31 +0000
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